Biology- Final Exam Review

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What are the building blocks of proteins?

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Amino Acids (AA)

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What are three nucleotides on tRNA called?

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Anticodon

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Which cell organelle is responsible for synthesizing proteins?

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Ribosome

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What are the building blocks of RNA and DNA?

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Nucleotides

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What is the function of the nucleus in a cell?

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The nucleus houses the cell's genetic material and controls cellular activities.

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What is the role of ribosomes in a cell?

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Ribosomes are responsible for protein synthesis.

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What is the difference between DNA and RNA?

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DNA is double-stranded and contains thymine, while RNA is single-stranded and contains uracil.

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What is a codon?

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A codon is a sequence of three nucleotides on mRNA that codes for a specific amino acid.

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What is the function of mitochondria?

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Mitochondria are the powerhouse of the cell, generating ATP through cellular respiration.

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What is the role of enzymes in biological processes?

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Enzymes act as catalysts to speed up chemical reactions in the body.